Trapped in Uyuni Hostel













 Due to the Bolivia election restrictions of public transport, I was trapped in the Uyuni hostel for the whole day. I did enjoyed this modern design hostel and the breakfast. 







Uyuni is a dry and boring little town, although most restaurants staff speaks English and stayed open during the Election Day.

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